2007 Ford Ka vs. 2007 Lincoln MKZ

To start off, both 2007 Ford Ka and 2007 Lincoln MKZ were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln MKZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln MKZ (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka.

Because 2007 Lincoln MKZ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln MKZ will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lincoln MKZ (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (136 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln MKZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka. 2007 Lincoln MKZ has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lincoln MKZ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford Ka 2007 Lincoln MKZ
Make Ford Lincoln
Model Ka MKZ
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Roadster Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1599 cc 3494 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 94 HP 263 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 136 Nm 338 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 3660 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.9 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 76 L


 

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